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Matt Mitrione & Christian Morecraft

Christian Morecraft

TRAINING: Boxing, Muay Thai, jiu-jitsu, and strength and conditioning

When and why did you start training for fighting? I went to an MMA school and just fell in love with the sport. I turned pro in 2008

What ranks and titles have you held? I hold the Reality heavyweight title and the CFX heavyweight title

Do you have any heroes? Of course the soldiers who put their lives on the line for our wonderful country

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It’s an honor and a privilege to be fighting for the UFC

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